Course 1, Discussion 2: The Big 5
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Begin by taking the Big 5 test and answering the following questions. You can also read more on the Big 5 here and below.
✒️ What were the main things you learned about yourself?
✒️ What are your strengths as per the test and how can the strengths you identified on both tests help you in your personal life?
✒️ Please reply to at least 1 of your peers in this thread with encouraging or supportive words!
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@Hope
✒️ What were the main things you learned about yourself?
I learned that I scored high on open-mindedness, agreeableness and extravertedness. I learned that my semi-high scores were for neuroticism, lmbo. Which makes sense— as a complex trauma survivor, anxiety has always been my baseline, I’ve just gotten pretty decent at coping and support seeking. For conscientiousness/Disorganized, I placed pretty near the middle— I’m neurodivergent and I’m aware that I’m a bit all over the place so I need structure that is both rigid and open to flexibility for me to thrive and remain organized. But I truly can go either way— that’s why being aware of this has helped me develop professionally and even in my personal life.
✒️ What are your strengths as per the test and how can the strengths you identified on both tests help you in your personal life?
My strengths being identified in these tests seem to validate the sense of purpose I feel for all of the pathways I’ve been pursuit of and that I’m aligned intuitively with where I’m meant to be— especially in focusing on how I can help others.
@Hope I scored the highest in openness, it was 97%, everything else was mostly in the middle. This definitely aligns with the previous test its emphasis on intuitiveness.
@Hope
i learned that i am more open-minded than closed-minded.
some of my strengths are being extroverted & relaxed. these are able to help me in tough situations & keep myself calm when things aren't the best at the moment.
@spedolivia
That's great to hear that you have discovered your strength in being more open-minded than closed-minded. It's a valuable trait to have as it allows you to be more accepting of different perspectives and ideas, and can help you develop meaningful relationships with others.
It's also wonderful to hear that you have recognized your strengths in being extroverted and relaxed. These qualities can be incredibly helpful in tough situations as they can help you stay calm and level-headed, and can also make it easier for you to connect with others and build a supportive network.
@Hope
✒️ What were the main things you learned about yourself?
The main thing I learned is my results changed from 2021.
✒️ What are your strengths as per the test and how can the strengths you identified on both tests help you in your personal life?
According to this test, my top 3 strengths are...
- I am critical. - This helps me see where things can be improved.
- I probably have a messy desk. - Messy in this context is what others see, but I see piles of organized reminders. For those with ADHD, if it’s out of sight, it’s out of mind, so I tend to forget stuff exists if I don’t see it.
- I am an introvert. - This helps me do behind the scenes work well alone.
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I will be able to play to my strengths when possible and make the most of situations I face.
- I will be more mindful of my strengths and try to use them to balance out my weaknesses and potentially develop new strengths.
- I will make an effort to try more new things when opportunities present themselves despite being easily overwhelmed by new scenarios.
@Hope
✒️ What were the main things you learned about yourself?
I learned that I'm an openminded person, but can be very anxious and worried.
✒️ What are your strengths as per the test and how can the strengths you identified on both tests help you in your personal life?
I'm openminded, somewhat disorganized, I enjoy being with others, I am supportive, and I get worried and anxious a lot. Knowing this will help me navigate obstacles in my life, knowing what my strengths and weaknesses are.
@jadenrjc7
Open-mindedness is a great character trait and I agree with you, it will help you navigate a lot of obstacles especially in an ever-changing world
@jadenrjc7
I also scored as anxious and worried - but I feel I can turn it into a strength to help me relate to people with anxiety.
@Hope
What did I learn about myself: I don't think anything really surprised me, maybe that I'm open to new experiences which I am to some degree but I'm introverted (which I knew, lol) and I do typically shy away from new experiences with a lot of new people or new experiences that are thrilling (like rollar coasters lol)
What are your strengths as per the test and how can the strengths you identified on both tests help you in your personal life?
I was pretty middle of the road except I tend to be nervous or anxious, and as stated above I'm open to new experiences. I think the anxiousness and the fact that I'm an empath actuallly work together as I am able to better relate to members here.
@Hope
✒️ What were the main things you learned about yourself? I'm in the 94th percentile for open-mindedness but also 98th percentile on being unable to relax, haha
✒️ What are your strengths as per the test and how can the strengths you identified on both tests help you in your personal life? I definitely think my ability to be open-minded and agreeable is a net positive generally. It enables me to connect better with people and promote better understanding among people who may not have otherwise cared about understanding people different than them.
Open-mindedness sounds like a very good quality for your work on Cups. It is important to accept the other as they are and see them in their context and with their struggles rather than judging them.
@MagnificentSunrise
Wow I am glad to know that you're very open-minded, this trait makes us a very good human
@MagnificentSunrise
I somewhat agree that this test seems less accurate. However, I think putting the two together helps so much.
See, in my experience the things that seem wrong are usually what we do not want to admit to ourselves or simply cannot see because it is how others view us rather than how we intend our interactions or words to be.
Like with your organization and work but not at home. How I would see that is you have a work environment that you love to be in so you have the emotional capability to keep yourself together and on track. At home you want to relax so you tend to not keep it together.
I think these tests are all on perspective and getting to know yourself rather than them being outright accurate to a T.
@Hope
1. I learned that I am one of the kindest and most sensitive person who take decisions based on their intuition.
2. My strengths are that I am empathetic, generous, open minded, creative, passionate, idealistic
✒️ What were the main things you learned about yourself?
I learned that I am open to new experiences or open minded. I am also somewhat detailed, and between social and reserved. Lastly I am in between agreeable and somewhat anxious.
✒️ What are your strengths as per the test and how can the strengths you identified on both tests help you in your personal life?
I seem to be in the middle on the big 5 but highest in new experiences or open mindedness.
@Nvlmi
I wanted to add to the last part. My test was high in being open minded or open to new experiences. This has helped me to take appropriate risk in life both personally and professionally.